Blueberry Galette with Almond Frangipane, Vanilla Gelato & Blueberry Compote by Chef Allison Spicer from Scarlet Pearl Casino Resort

Blueberry Galette with Almond Frangipane, Vanilla Gelato & Blueberry Compote

Contributed by Chef Allison Spicer representing Scarlet’s Steaks & Seafood, Scarlet Pearl Casino Resort in D’Iberville, Mississippi where she is the lead pastry chef at Scarlet’s and has twenty years of experience.

“I’ve always been drawn to the kitchen… showing love through food and watching people savor what I have made is the best part of what I do. I pull inspiration from classic American to traditional French and Italian.”

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Yellowfin Tuna with Blue Crab Fried Rice by Chef Jackson Reichel from Scarlet Pearl Casino Resort

Yellowfin Tuna with Blue Crab Fried Rice

Contributed by Jackson Reichel representing Scarlet’s Steaks & Seafood at Scarlet Pearl Casino in D’Iberville, Mississippi where he is the executive chef with 17 years of culinary experience.

“From sourcing, butchering?… the gratification of giving someone a memorable experience with my food is the ultimate reward.”

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Horizons Wellington by Chef Michael Timmins from Island Resort & Casino

Horizons Wellington

Contributed by Chef Michael Timmins representing Horizon’s Steakhouse at Island Resort & Casino in Harris, Michigan where he is the Executive Chef and has 35-years of culinary experience.

“I’m proud to cultivate season-specific menus and to elevate both our team’s skills and our guests’ experiences. This is a refined take on a timeless classic: tender beef filet encased in prosciutto, mushroom duxelles, caramelized onions—and wrapped in golden puff pastry.”

 

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Peruvian Ahi Tuna by Chef Mason Rice from FireKeepers Casino Hotel

Peruvian Ahi Tuna

Contributed by Chef Mason Rice representing Nibi (AAA Four Diamond-awarded dining experience) at FireKeepers Casino Hotel in Battle Creek, Michigan were he is the Head Chef and has been at the property for 13 years.

“This Ahi Tuna was one of the first dishes I put on the Nibi menu—it’s remained a staple ever since. The Peruvian anti cucho sauce, traditionally a beef marinade, lends amazing flavor to tuna with minimal fuss, letting the sushi grade fish shine!”

Why We Love It
Perfectly seared, sushi-grade Ahi Tuna drizzled with a bold, creamy Peruvian anti cucho sauce and topped with zesty jalapeño salsa and fresh cilantro. A simple yet refined dish that highlights the purity of top-quality tuna.

 

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Alligator Piccata by Chef Willie Gaspard from Mr. Lester’s Restaurant at Cypress Bayou Casino & Hotel

Alligator Piccata

Contributed by Chef Willie Gaspard representing Mr. Lester’s Restaurant at Cypress Bayou Casino & Hotel in Charenton, Louisiana. He is the Executive Chef and has over thirty years of culinary experience.

“I take local southern Louisiana ingredients and give them a twist—this time, transforming alligator with a classic veal piccata.”

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